2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1985 Skoda L

To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 960 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Brooklands 1985 Skoda L
Make Bentley Skoda
Model Brooklands L
Year Released 2009 1985
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 6761 cc 1219 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 530 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 1050 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2410 mm


 

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